Edward Earl Reed, Jr. (born September 11, 1978 in
St. Rose, Louisiana) is an American football safety
for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football
League. He was originally drafted by the Ravens 24th
overall in the 2002 NFL Draft. He played college
football at the University of Miami.
In his career, Reed has been selected to four Pro
Bowls (2003, 2004, 2006, 2007) and was the 2004 AP
NFL Defensive Player of the Year. He is considered
one of the most dominant safeties currently playing
in the NFL and is often referred to as a
'playmaker'. Since entering the league, Reed has
been known to study film to memorize opposing
teams's tendencies. Reed's habit of baiting
quarterbacks into throwing interceptions has also
earned him recognition throughout the league.
